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Thunder Bay Library Workers Reject $100k Claim
Thunder Bay library workers say only management earns $100k a year, not all staff.
In brief
Thunder Bay library workers say only management earns $100k a year, not all staff. Thunder Bay library workers reject employer's claim that all staff earn six figures, stating only management makes $100k annually. Originally reported by Financialpost.
Union Challenges CEO's Claim
Thunder Bay Public Library's CEO claimed most workers earn six figures, but union says only management makes $100,000 annually.
“The only ones making $100,000 a year or more at the Library are management”
Librarians Represented by CUPE 87
CUPE 87 represents seven full-time librarians across four branches, making up nine percent of the unionized workforce.
Wage Discrepancy in Thunder Bay
Librarians earn $84,000 to $89,000 annually, below provincial average despite Northern Ontario's higher cost of living.
CEO's Position Change
CEO Richard Togman changed his title from 'CEO/Head Librarian' to 'CEO' in 2022 due to lacking required education.
Wage Dispute Details
The average salary for all 75 workers is between $50,000 and $60,000, with some earning less than $30,000 annually.
Transparency Concerns
Library Board has not disclosed CEO or senior management salaries despite union requests for benefit usage data.
Wage Increases in Ontario
Other Ontario libraries achieved 3% annual wage increases over three to four years, with premium pay for Sunday work.
Next Steps for Strike
Community members will join phone action to engage city officials about strike and municipal elections.
The takeaway
Thunder Bay library workers reject employer's claim that all staff earn six figures, stating only management makes $100k annually.
